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2023 - 2024 Dallas College Catalog

2023 - 2024 Catalog
Program: Computer Information Technology (Networking Security Awards)
Title: CISCO Networking CCNA Occupational Skills Award

(Occupational Skills Award)

Offered on all campuses

NEW

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: OSA.CIT.CCNA

This sequence is for students who wish to learn about design and installation of local area networks, and basic router configuration. Upon completion, the student will have acquired the skills needed for employment in the networking industry as an intern. The award also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Cisco CCNA certification exam.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 3
ITCC 1344 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 3
Semester Total 6
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2320 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 3
Semester Total 3
Minimum Hours Required 9

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.